1998 Subaru Vivio vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Vivio | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vivio | Polo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
